We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to join the Reactive Repairs team, supporting Southern Housing in delivering a high-quality and responsive void property repair service.
* Location: Sittingbourne (with travel across Kent)
* Rate: £27.00 per hour (Umbrella)
* Start: ASAP
The Role
You will play a key role in ensuring Southern Housing’s void properties are inspected, repaired, and handed back to the highest standards. Working closely with contractors, you will oversee repairs from pre- to post-inspection, ensuring work is delivered on time, within scope, and in full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and health & safety requirements.
Based primarily in the Sittingbourne office, this role will require regular travel across the Kent region. Hybrid working may be available depending on service needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out detailed pre and post inspections of void properties.
* Manage and monitor contractors to ensure quality, timeliness, and compliance.
* Ensure all works meet statutory, regulatory, and health & safety standards.
* Provide technical expertise on building maintenance, construction defects, and preventative solutions.
* Prepare clear and accurate reports using appropriate IT tools.
* Support the delivery of an efficient and customer-focused Reactive Repairs service.
What You’ll Need
* Proven experience as a Building or Maintenance Surveyor within a repairs/maintenance environment.
* Strong understanding of building regulations, codes of practice, standards, materials, and H&S legislation.
* Knowledge of construction methodology, common defects, and mitigation approaches.
* Understanding of procurement law, contract types, and contract management.
* Competent IT skills, including report writing in Word and Excel.
* Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle